Gangrene x ray
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Overview
Overview
X-rays are utilized in the evaluation of gas gangrene to identify any present subcutaneous gas.[1] [2]
X-ray Findings
X-ray Findings
Gas is observed on an X-ray of the foot of a patient with diabetes (Image courtesy of Biomed Central).
- X-rays are utilized in the evaluation of gas gangrene to identify any present subcutaneous gas.[1] [2]
- If crepitus is observed, surgical operation should not be delayed.[3]
References
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Stevens DL, Bryant AE (2017). “Necrotizing Soft-Tissue Infections”. N Engl J Med. 377 (23): 2253–2265. doi:10.1056/NEJMra1600673. PMID 29211672.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Al Wahbi A (2018). “Autoamputation of diabetic toe with dry gangrene: a myth or a fact?”. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes. 11: 255–264. doi:10.2147/DMSO.S164199. PMC 5987754. PMID 29910628.
- ↑ Stevens DL, Tanner MH, Winship J, Swarts R, Ries KM, Schlievert PM; et al. (1989). “Severe group A streptococcal infections associated with a toxic shock-like syndrome and scarlet fever toxin A.” N Engl J Med. 321 (1): 1–7. doi:10.1056/NEJM198907063210101. PMID 2659990.
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